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Richmond weather in February (Virginia, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Richmond in February? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Richmond generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -3°C.

Richmond in February usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 9 days of snow/rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 181 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Richmond. April and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Richmond climate page with graphs.

 

Richmond, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60%  

Where to go in the United States of America in February

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Richmond in February?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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